Join us in the ancient city of Acre for a celebration of astrophysics research spanning the interests of ARCO's past and present members - from cosmology and general relativity to high-energy astrophysics and exoplanets. Set within the historic Allaz Theatre, the conference will bring together invited speakers alongside an open call for contributed talks, offering a rich, cross-disciplinary program in a uniquely inspiring setting.
About ARCO
The Astrophysics Research Center (ARCO) at the Open University of Israel brings together researchers working across the breadth of modern astrophysics, from cosmology and gravitational-wave sources to high-energy transients, compact objects and exo-planets. ARCO fosters a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment for theoretical and observational research. The center is committed to advancing our understanding of the extreme universe while nurturing the next generation of astrophysicists through research, mentorship, and outreach.
30th of August 2026 - abstract submission open!
1st of October 2026 - abstract submission deadline
1st of November 2026 - registration deadline
30th of November - 3rd of December 2026 - The ARC Of the Universe meeting
Paz Beniamini (Open University of Israel, GW Uni.) co chair
Saleem Zaroubi (Open University of Israel, Uni. of Groningen) co chair
Yossef Zenati (Open University of Israel, Johns Hopkins Uni.)
Jonathan Granot (Open University of Israel, GW Uni.)
Allona Vazan (Open University of Israel)
Gal Birenbaum (Open University of Israel)
Alessia Levy (Open University of Israel)
Chirag Chawla (Open University of Israel)
Chandra Shekhar Murmu (Open University of Israel)
Paz Beniamini (Open University of Israel)
Saleem Zaroubi (Open University of Israel)
Allaz Theater is a cultural center and independent theater located in the Old City of Acre (Akko), Israel. Housed in a historic Ottoman-era stone building with traditional arched architecture, it serves as a vibrant hub for local art, staging diverse theatrical productions, community projects, and cultural events.